2009 Breeders' Cup

[NTamm1215]

Originally Posted by Scav

1) Zenyatta has no shot in the Classic, and if she goes in the Distaff, I'd expect her to get beat

I completely agree and am not interested in her at all. I think the quality of this field is getting completely missed. There might not be the proven commodities we've seen in the past but this field is full of consistent horses who can be very good on their day. I'd be willing to take Einstein in a head to head with Zenyatta.

2) I think I might be using Cocoa Beach, I know this is going to rile up the DT members but I just think she is going to run a big race, gut feeling

I completely agree again and think that she wasn't right during the summer and fall. Her Lady's Secret was a good race and she apparently looked awesome this morning.

3) I fully expect Ventura to romp again

My biggest concern with her is that she's not going to get the pace setup she got last year. Going 7/8ths at that track, though, I'll take my chances with her. The only horses who can beat her are Informed Decision and maybe one of the Godolphins.

4) I think Connie and Michael will be a wise guy horse and shouldn't be touched

Anyone who bets Connie and Michael going two turns off of one six furlong race three weeks earlier should continue to play the game and contribute mightily to the pools because those are the type of people we need wagering consistently.

5) While I don't really like how Forever Together is coming into the race, I think she will like getting back to a real firm turf

I'm going to try to beat her. The pace will be absolutely glacial and while that has not been a problem for her in the past I think she might not be QUITE the same as she was last year. It's going to be tough to keep her out of the trifecta.

6) California Flag has zero shot, really really focused on Lord Shanakill within the race

I'm still figuring out this race but am positive California has no chance.

7) Zensational: No, Fatel Bullet: No

I'm still waiting for someone to tell me why Zensational is so good

8) Think Colonel John is going to run a huge race, but not sure if it is enough

I'm afraid his ship has sailed but wouldn't be surprised to see him finish in the bottom of the super. Einstein is my pseudo "wiseguy" Classic horse that seems to be falling under the radar.

NT